**Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews are no longer required on scene at this incident.**

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Yarrabah (near Cairns) – rubbish fire as at 6.00pm Sun 24 Oct

Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES) crews are currently on scene at a rubbish fire on Workshop Road, Yarrabah. Crews have been working to extinguish the fire and will continue to monitor it overnight. Smoke may affect the surrounding area throughout the night. Residents should close windows and doors and keep respiratory medications close by if required. Motorists should drive with caution and to conditions.